2010 WINNERS
THE 2010 CONTENDERS
Judged by an amazing hotlist of salon owners, creative and business gurus, new media experts, fashion and beauty authorities, published authors and PR professionals, and with nominations for our brand new SESSION STYLIST OF 2010 category received from the likes Vogue, Grazia and Harpers Bazaar, we're delighted to reveal 50 of the UK's brightest hairdressing stars, each going through to the Most Wanted Grand Final on Monday 6 September at London’s venue spectacular Lawrence Hall. Let’s here it for our 2010 finalists!
TEAM AWARDS
BEST LOCAL SALON
For a salon that is a significant asset to its local community
Barrie Stephen Hair, Leicester
“A very caring team with exciting, stand-out ideas”
Byron Hairdressing, Kirkcaldy
“This salon really makes a difference in its community”
Headquarters Hair Salon, Kingston upon Thames
“Smile-inducing. A fun and fantastic approach”
Janet Maitland, Durham
“Impressive charity work and admirable initiatives”
Peter Prosser Hairdressing, Herteford
“A great focus on enhancing the local experience”
The judges: Ateh Jewel, freelance beauty journalist and blogger; Harriet Evans, managing director, Flint Consultancy; Mark Foster, partner, Headmasters; Russell Eaton, salon director, Russell Eaton; Sally Brooks, artistic director and owner, Brooks & Brooks
BEST SALON TEAM
For a first-class team that always delivers
Gina Conway Aveda Lifestyle Salon and Spa, Wimbledon
“Lovely work, great team ethic”
Headquarters Hair Salon, Kingston upon Thames
“Hard working and passionate”
Inkfish, Truro
“A great team spirit”
Melanie Giles Hairdressing, Bath
A fantastic grip on team and productivity”
Michael Van Clarke, London
“Excellent messages, beautifully presented”
The judges: Andrew Collinge, director, Andrew Collinge Hairdressing; Penny Etheridge, salon consultant; Steve Rowbottom, director, West Row; Terry Longden, salon owner/partner, Gayter Hairdressing
BEST ONLINE SALON
For a salon that’s embraced new technology with proven business results
www.angels-hair.co.uk
“Easy to navigate and great subscriber access to salon news”
www.barriestephenhair.co.uk
“This salon is all over social networking!”
www.hmhair.co.uk
“Lots of offers, news and advice – impressively interactive”
www.kenpicton.com
“A class act – great use of blogs!”
www.websterwhiteman.com
“A terrific client community, and a lovely Twitter stream”
The judges: Carole Taylor, director, ClientWave; Daniel Crown, CEO, lookfantastic.com; Joanna Blackaby, online designer, marieclaire.co.uk; Krista Madden, founder, Handpicked Media; Louise Woollam, blogger, getlippie.com
BEST SALON EXPERIENCE
For the salon that provides the ultimate service to clients
Essensuals Men, Billericay
“Brings classic service bang up to date”
Ken Picton Salon, Cardiff Bay
“A beautifully slick operation”
Michael Van Clarke, London
“Heart-felt luxury service”
Percy & Reed, London
“An exceptionally personal service”
Russell Eaton, Leeds
“Innovative packages and a great ethos”
The judges: Domonic Capel, session stylist; Jennifer Cheyne, chairman, Cheynes Hairdressing; Pauline Franckel, dean, school of media and communications, London College of Fashion; Tony Rizzo, director, Sanrizz; Trevor Sorbie, celebrity hairdresser and founder, My New Hair
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
SESSION STYLIST OF 2010 As nominated by members of the British fashion and beauty press
For the most exciting hairstylist working in fashion
Duffy
Eugene Souleiman
Guido
Luke Hersheson
Malcolm Edwards
The nominators: Annabel Jones, beauty director, Grazia; Georgia Collins, beauty assistant, Elle; Katy Young, deputy health and beauty editor, Harpers Bazaar; Lisa Durant, beauty editor, InStyle; Nicola Moulton, beauty director, Vogue; Olivia Falcon, health and beauty director, Tatler; Shelly Vella, fashion director, Cosmopolitan; Sophie Beresiner, beauty editor, Look; Victoria Young, fashion director, Love
COLOUR EXPERT OF 2010
For the colourist with first-class technical skills
Carly Roberts, Marc Antoni
“A great CV, inspiring colour work”
Chris Williams, Rush
“A huge passion for his craft – and a really modern approach to colour”
Francesco Fontana, Essensuals
“Shows a real understanding of his clients. Fabulous imagery!’
Mark Leeson, Mark Leeson Hair Body & Mind
“Exactly what I would look for in a colourist”
Nathan Walker, Trevor Sorbie
“Impressive technical skill and amazing innovation”
The judges: Amanda Dicker, concept director, The Chapel; Josh Wood, colourist; Ken Picton, owner, Ken Picton Salon; Lisa Oxenham, beauty and style editor, Marie Claire; Nicola Clarke, creative colour director, John Frieda
CREATIVE TALENT OF 2010
For the stylist whose exceptional artistic skills stand out
Chris Appleton, Georges
“His enthusiasm and passion shines through”
Claire Dawson, HOB Salons
“A key player in raising the salon group’s profile”
Errol Douglas, Errol Douglas
“Mesmerising photographic work”
Mark Woolley, Electric Hairdressing
“Very inspiring – with a real brand vision”
Skyler McDonald, Sean Hanna
“Combines creativity and business with a positive impact”
The judges: Barrie Stephen, salon director, Barrie Stephen Hair; Laura Bacharach, beauty journalist and blogger; Maggie Norden, creative director, media, London College of Fashion; Tracy Hayes, hair colourist
BUSINESS THINKER OF 2010
For an owner/manager who has shaped a red-hot salon business
Barrie Stephen, Barrie Stephen Hair
“Exceptional PR and marketing and a brilliantly innovative service offering”
Ken Picton, Ken Picton Salon
“A savvy technology investment and a clear commitment to customer”
Mark Woolley, Electric Hairdressing
“Great figures, great branding and a huge investment in his team”
Michael Van Clarke, Michael Van Clarke
“An impressive commitment to training and customer service – excellent testimonials”
Tommy van der Veken & Esther van der Veken-Prins, Tommy’s Hair Company
“Excellent all-round approach to the business – thorough and comprehensive”
The judges: Joshua Miller, joint managing director, Charlie Miller Hairdressing; Hellen Ward, managing director, Richard Ward Haird & Metrospa; Sean Hanna, managing director, Seanhanna Salons and RAGE International; Sharleen Hunter, managing director, Unleashed Potential
HAIR TREND OF 2010
For the cut and colour look of the year
Adam Reed, Percy & Reed
“Beautiful and eye-catching”
Adrian Bowron, Aesthetics
“I loved everything about this look”
Chris Williams, Rush
“Fabulous colour and shape – interesting and simplistic”
Errol Douglas, Errol Douglas
“Completely on trend and well executed”
Jamie Stevens, Errol Douglas
“Breathtaking shape, stunning, edgy”
The judges: Anya Dellicompagni, director of hairdressing, Francesco Group; John Frieda, founder, John Frieda; Martin Raymond, editor-in-chief, LS:N Global; Neil Moodie, session stylist and co-founder of WAM; Sarah Birkett, make-up and hair artist
HAIR ICON OF 2010
For the most talented and inspirational individual in hairdressing
Angelo Seminara, Trevor Sorbie
“A unique signature style”
Desmond Murray, Atherton Cox
“Fantastically directional”
Errol Douglas, Errol Douglas
“An incredible ambassador”
Gary Hooker & Michael Young, Hooker & Young
“Beautiful photographic work”
Sally & Jamie Brooks, Brooks & Brooks
“An impressively strong creative presence”
The judges: Caroline Cox, professor of fashion, trends consultant and hair historian; Louise Wilson, course director, MA Fashion, Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design; Louise White, editor, Hair magazine; Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck, global creative director, Toni&Guy; Tim Hartley, creative consultant
